Top Melbourne neighborhoods

Melbourne CBD

On the banks of the sparkling Yarra river, Melbourne's CBD pierces the deep blue sky with some of Australia’s tallest skyscrapers and biggest corporations. A convenient location for business trippers…

On the banks of the sparkling Yarra river, Melbourne's CBD pierces the deep blue sky with some of Australia’s tallest skyscrapers and biggest corporations. A convenient location for business trippers, the neighborhood's bustling Chinatown is a great place to unwind over some fragrant Chinese dumplings. While for culture vultures, the city’s thriving theater scene will have you rolling with laughter is the aisles.

St. Kilda

Nestled around the shimmering waters of Port Philip bay, St. Kilda beach is much loved for its glistening golden sands, proud palm trees, and 24/7 culture. A short stroll from the sun-kissed shore…

Nestled around the shimmering waters of Port Philip bay, St. Kilda beach is much loved for its glistening golden sands, proud palm trees, and 24/7 culture. A short stroll from the sun-kissed shore, Luna Park fun fair has been thrilling families for over 100 years. Watch the deep red sunset over the bay before heading out to sample some of St. Kilda’s freshly netted seafood and other many gastronomic delights.

South Yarra - Prahran

Packed full of luxury boutiques, fashionable cafés, and trendy eateries, South Yarra and Prahran, are the epitome of Melbourne chic. Elegant Victorian buildings line every street, and a short stro…

Packed full of luxury boutiques, fashionable cafés, and trendy eateries, South Yarra and Prahran, are the epitome of Melbourne chic. Elegant Victorian buildings line every street, and a short stroll to Prahan’s premiere food market will see you overwhelmed by delicious gastronomic discoveries. Take a tram down trendy, tree-lined Chapel Street and spend an afternoon shopping in the upmarket Jam Factory before heading for cocktails on Commercial Road.

South Melbourne

South Melbourne's Southbank is a fantastic spot to watch the bright, glittering lights of the city after dark. An entertainment hotspot, you can enjoy a flutter at the luxurious Crown Casino, or indu…

South Melbourne's Southbank is a fantastic spot to watch the bright, glittering lights of the city after dark. An entertainment hotspot, you can enjoy a flutter at the luxurious Crown Casino, or indulge your senses at the many upmarket restaurants. One of the city’s oldest suburbs, the leafy promenades are lined with Victorian buildings, while the Royal Botanic Gardens are bursting with bright blooms and exotic plants.

East Melbourne

Home to Australia’s sporting mecca, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, East Melbourne is the perfect destination for those hoping to catch a little of the emotional drama at the birthplace of Test Cri…

Home to Australia’s sporting mecca, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, East Melbourne is the perfect destination for those hoping to catch a little of the emotional drama at the birthplace of Test Cricket. If cricket's not your thing, take a tram along the sweeping, tree-lined streets and hop off to visit the elegant governmental buildings of Treasury Place. The nearby tranquil haven of Treasury Gardens is a relaxing, sunny space.

Hotel types

Best Melbourne hotels

Melbourne HotelsThe city of Melbourne has many different areas with unique personalities; all sitting alongside each other with the trams rattling through them. From the shining skyscrapers of the business district, to the white sandy beaches, and the more laid back areas full of artists and walls covered in colorful murals, there's something for everyone. This impressive city is a bustling hub of business, culture, and style, with something going on every day of the week. Things to seeCrown Casino stands proudly over the Southbank area of Melbourne, and this upmarket casino is one of the largest in the world, covering the equivalent of 2 city blocks from its location on the Yarra River. Underneath its shimmering atrium you'll find a lively and buzzing casino floor, as well as shops, restaurants, and world class entertainment acts. If you're in the city on business, you may find yourself visiting the ultra-modern, glass-fronted Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre which has thousands of square feet of conference space. From expos to conventions, there's always a full calender of corporate and public events for you to enjoy in this bright and unique space. Etihad Stadium is a looming presence in the Docklands area, and this giant circular venue hosts Australian rules football matches, rugby, and special concerts from the biggest acts in the world. Collins Street is considered to be Melbourne's main street and is lined with grand Victorian buildings housing luxurious hotels and boutique stores. It's also a major business center, with many banks and financial institutions hosted in the decadent buildings around the area. Hotels in
MelbourneMelbourne has a wide variety of visitors, from backpackers to those who enjoy luxury, and the city's hotels reflect this diversity. Stay near the CBD and you'll find most of the hotels in Melbourne are 4 or 5 star. This allows you to enjoy features such as restaurants, indoor pools, bars, laundry facilities, childcare, parking, and 24 hour front desk assistance. Rooms are also well-equipped and you can enjoy amenities that can include LCD televisions, refrigerators, coffee makers, pillow menus, minibars, and newspapers. If you stay further from the center and take advantage of the excellent transport links you can enjoy clean and basic 2 to 3 star hotels at great rates and with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Where to stayMelbourne's Central Business District (CBD) is the heart of Melbourne, with towering, glimmering skyscrapers, and busy streets packed with high-end stores, restaurants, and stylish cafés. It's also a major spot for nightlife, and when the sun goes down the cosmopolitan bars open and there's a party atmosphere. St Kilda is popular with sun seekers thanks to its long sandy beaches, and it has a more bohemian and laid back vibe. You can simply take the tram into the center to enjoy some sightseeing, or enjoy the colorful, palm tree-lined streets full of vintage stores. Carlton is a recently gentrified suburb to the north of the CBD, with stylish apartments and old big stone buildings that have been turned into cozy restaurants. It's also where you'll find the Little Italy area, with some of the best pasta and authentic Italian foods in Australia. How to get to MelbourneMelbourne Airport is in the northwest of the city, and is about a 20 minute drive from the CBD. From here you can pick up a rental car, or book a shuttle or taxi to take you to your hotel. There's also an express bus that runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week between Southern Cross Station and the main terminals. Melbourne has excellent public transport links, and from Southern Cross you can take services to Sydney and other major cities, as well as traveling on various underground stations around the city.

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"Stayed here for access to transport. It is opposite the station and convenient for trams. The rooms are newly renovated, quiet, modern, clean and adequate, with huge bathrooms. No comfy chair to sit on though. Ok for an overnight stop but not so great for longer. No windows to speak off, just doo..."

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"Location for us, arriving back from an OS trip and needing to catch a train to Wodonga the next day, Perfect! Close to Melbourne's excellent eateries and also Docklands. Service was friendly and helpful. Room was clean (outside of windows was not clean - difficult job though)."

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"The reception service was absolutely outstanding especially Celeste who went out of her way to assist us. My only issue is that I believe the Hotel could be clearer in its advertising as to what facilities are available at the different levels. People need to know before they arrive as to what th..."